Hospice Physician

Gentiva Hospice•Petersburg, VA

About The Position

The Hospice Physician provides expert clinical oversight to the hospice team and helps ensure compassionate, goal-directed care for hospice patients. The role works with interdisciplinary teams, supports regulatory compliance, and guides quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes. Duties include overseeing medical services across multiple locations, certifying hospice eligibility, conducting or supervising patient visits, coordinating physician coverage, and contributing to patient care planning and medication management. This is a job notification only; the Hospice Physician will not be employed by Gentiva and will invoice Gentiva for services rendered. The position is safety-sensitive and may require travel of 15–25% based on program needs.

Requirements

Doctorate degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an accredited medical school.
Board certification in a specialty recognized by ABMS or AOA-BOS; primary care is preferred.
Current, unrestricted medical license in the practicing state.
Valid National Provider Identifier (NPI) and DEA registration for controlled substances.
Current Medicare Provider Enrollment (PECOS) and Medicaid certification if required.
Ability to travel 15–25% based on program needs.
CPR and TB clearance required.
Extensive knowledge of hospice and palliative care principles, regulations, and best practices.
Leadership and mentorship skills to inspire interdisciplinary teams and improve patient care.
Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and regulatory requirements.
Compassionate communication and empathy toward patients and families facing end-of-life situations.
Proficiency in healthcare compliance, quality improvement, and ethical considerations.
Ability to collaborate effectively with attending physicians, staff, and community healthcare providers.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to professional standards, collaborative practice, and compliance with hospice regulations.

Nice To Haves

Hospice and Palliative Medicine board certification and/or Hospice Medical Director Certification Board certification.
Primary care board certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the quality of medical services delivered by hospice physicians across multiple locations.
Certify and recertify hospice eligibility and ensure timely compliance with Medicare and other regulations.
Conduct and supervise face-to-face patient visits, including home consultations for complex cases.
Lead physician recruitment, training, supervision, and performance evaluation.
Coordinate 24/7/365 on-call physician coverage with hospice physicians.
Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation and support regulatory reviews.
Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) meetings to coordinate patient care and medication management.
Monitor pharmacy utilization and ensure appropriate medication prescribing and administration.
Collaborate with hospice leadership on policy development, compliance, and quality assessment and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Serve as a community liaison to enhance hospice visibility and partnerships with healthcare providers.
Support educational programs for staff, physicians, and community partners.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Career advancement opportunities
National and local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time associates
Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for eligible full-time associates
Generous paid time off and 7 paid holidays for eligible full-time associates
Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care
Education support and tuition assistance
Free continuing education units (CEUs)
Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time associates
Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage